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5 Practical Strategies to Tame Moodiness and Anger in Kids

5 Practical Strategies to Tame Moodiness and Anger in Kids

Stress levels are at an all-time high for kids and adults alike. If you are like the families in my group program, The Dysregulation Solution, then you might be seeing more extreme moodiness and anger in your child lately.  Many children are struggling to manage intense emotions, especially when they are also dealing with  ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), anxiety,

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11 Therapist Techniques to Help Your Angry Child Calm Down Fast

11 Therapist Techniques to Help Your Angry Child Calm Down Fast

If you’re a parent of a dysregulated child, you know all too well the emotional rollercoaster that anger can bring. Kids often ride the waves of intense emotions, and anger is one of the most common stops on that journey. It’s totally normal for children to feel angry and react strongly to situations that might seem minor to us adults.

Read More »
Top Emotional Regulation Tips Every Parent Should Know for Calmer Kids

Top Emotional Regulation Tips Every Parent Should Know for Calmer Kids

Helping children manage their emotions can often feel like an uphill battle for parents. Younger children, in particular, haven’t yet developed the tools to control their feelings effectively. This is where emotional regulation tips can make a significant difference. Managing emotions is essential because it helps kids stay calm and foster well-being, focus, and healthy relationships.  By teaching your child

Read More »
Emotional Intelligence for Kids Therapist’s 12 Practical Tips for Raising Resilient Children

Emotional Intelligence for Kids: Therapist’s 12 Practical Tips for Raising Resilient Children

As a parent, you want the best for your child, especially when it comes to their emotional well-being. Teaching your kids the benefits of emotional intelligence is an important life skill that prepares them to handle challenges confidently. Whether your child struggles with anxiety, ADHD, or navigating friendships, fostering empathy and self-awareness can be transformative.  What Is Emotional Intelligence and

Read More »
10 Strategies to Boost Emotional Intelligence and Help Your Child Manage Anxiety

10 Strategies to Boost Emotional Intelligence and Help Your Child Manage Anxiety

In today’s fast-paced world, children and teens are experiencing increasing levels of stress, anxiety, and even depression. As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to watch your child struggle emotionally, feeling overwhelmed by their emotions.  Teaching kids how to manage their feelings is essential in supporting their mental health. Building emotional awareness can help your child regulate their emotions, reduce stress, and

Read More »
Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD Techniques in Children and Teens

Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD: Techniques in Children and Teens

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes If your child’s emotions have been bouncing between meltdown mode and “leave me alone” in record time, take a breath—you’re not the only parent riding this rollercoaster. When OCD enters the picture, it’s not just about rituals and rules; it’s about big, hard-to-manage feelings that hijack your kid’s brain (and your household). The good news?

Read More »
Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids Common Signs and Why it Happens Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids: Common Signs and Why it Happens

As a parent, witnessing your child struggle with emotional dysregulation can be both heart-wrenching and bewildering. It also can feel out of control for you and them. You might find yourself wondering why your child or teen is experiencing such intense emotional responses and how you can help them regain balance. Emotional dysregulation in children is more than just a

Read More »
Raising Kids Who Can Self Regulate Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Proven Strategies to Teaching Kids Self-Control

Estimate reading time: 7 minutes CALMS™ and CALMS Dysregulation Protocol™    If your child explodes over little things or can’t seem to stop themselves from blurting out or acting impulsively, you’re likely wondering, “Why can’t they just control themselves?” In this blog, we’ll walk through how to start teaching kids self control using my science-backed strategies– with plenty of real-life examples for

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595 - Blog - Mood & Behavior - Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Estimated Reading Time: 6-7 minutes Mastering nervous system regulation is about balancing stress and relaxation. When your kid’s emotions are out of control, your body’s working hard to keep you steady. This balance impacts your mental and physical health more than you think. That’s why using simple techniques to calm your nervous system helps you manage stress and find peace

Read More »
Understanding Emotions in ADHD Tips to Manage Emotional Dysregulation

Understanding Emotions in ADHD: Tips to Manage Emotional Dysregulation

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes If big feelings are running the show at home or school, this guide explains why—and what to do next. Does your child’s behavior feel out of control lately? You’re not alone.  When we talk about emotions in ADHD, we’re really talking about a nervous system that flips into high gear fast. It has trouble finding

Read More »
5 Practical Strategies to Tame Moodiness and Anger in Kids

5 Practical Strategies to Tame Moodiness and Anger in Kids

Stress levels are at an all-time high for kids and adults alike. If you are like the families in my group program, The Dysregulation Solution, then you might be seeing more extreme moodiness and anger in your child lately.  Many children are struggling to manage intense emotions, especially when they are also dealing with  ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), anxiety,

Read More »
11 Therapist Techniques to Help Your Angry Child Calm Down Fast

11 Therapist Techniques to Help Your Angry Child Calm Down Fast

If you’re a parent of a dysregulated child, you know all too well the emotional rollercoaster that anger can bring. Kids often ride the waves of intense emotions, and anger is one of the most common stops on that journey. It’s totally normal for children to feel angry and react strongly to situations that might seem minor to us adults.

Read More »
Top Emotional Regulation Tips Every Parent Should Know for Calmer Kids

Top Emotional Regulation Tips Every Parent Should Know for Calmer Kids

Helping children manage their emotions can often feel like an uphill battle for parents. Younger children, in particular, haven’t yet developed the tools to control their feelings effectively. This is where emotional regulation tips can make a significant difference. Managing emotions is essential because it helps kids stay calm and foster well-being, focus, and healthy relationships.  By teaching your child

Read More »
Emotional Intelligence for Kids Therapist’s 12 Practical Tips for Raising Resilient Children

Emotional Intelligence for Kids: Therapist’s 12 Practical Tips for Raising Resilient Children

As a parent, you want the best for your child, especially when it comes to their emotional well-being. Teaching your kids the benefits of emotional intelligence is an important life skill that prepares them to handle challenges confidently. Whether your child struggles with anxiety, ADHD, or navigating friendships, fostering empathy and self-awareness can be transformative.  What Is Emotional Intelligence and

Read More »
10 Strategies to Boost Emotional Intelligence and Help Your Child Manage Anxiety

10 Strategies to Boost Emotional Intelligence and Help Your Child Manage Anxiety

In today’s fast-paced world, children and teens are experiencing increasing levels of stress, anxiety, and even depression. As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to watch your child struggle emotionally, feeling overwhelmed by their emotions.  Teaching kids how to manage their feelings is essential in supporting their mental health. Building emotional awareness can help your child regulate their emotions, reduce stress, and

Read More »
Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD Techniques in Children and Teens

Emotion Regulation Skills for OCD: Techniques in Children and Teens

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes If your child’s emotions have been bouncing between meltdown mode and “leave me alone” in record time, take a breath—you’re not the only parent riding this rollercoaster. When OCD enters the picture, it’s not just about rituals and rules; it’s about big, hard-to-manage feelings that hijack your kid’s brain (and your household). The good news?

Read More »
Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids Common Signs and Why it Happens Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Understanding Emotional Dysregulation in Kids: Common Signs and Why it Happens

As a parent, witnessing your child struggle with emotional dysregulation can be both heart-wrenching and bewildering. It also can feel out of control for you and them. You might find yourself wondering why your child or teen is experiencing such intense emotional responses and how you can help them regain balance. Emotional dysregulation in children is more than just a

Read More »
Raising Kids Who Can Self Regulate Dr. Roseann Capanna - Hodge

Proven Strategies to Teaching Kids Self-Control

Estimate reading time: 7 minutes CALMS™ and CALMS Dysregulation Protocol™    If your child explodes over little things or can’t seem to stop themselves from blurting out or acting impulsively, you’re likely wondering, “Why can’t they just control themselves?” In this blog, we’ll walk through how to start teaching kids self control using my science-backed strategies– with plenty of real-life examples for

Read More »
595 - Blog - Mood & Behavior - Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Master Nervous System Regulation with These Simple Techniques!

Estimated Reading Time: 6-7 minutes Mastering nervous system regulation is about balancing stress and relaxation. When your kid’s emotions are out of control, your body’s working hard to keep you steady. This balance impacts your mental and physical health more than you think. That’s why using simple techniques to calm your nervous system helps you manage stress and find peace

Read More »
Understanding Emotions in ADHD Tips to Manage Emotional Dysregulation

Understanding Emotions in ADHD: Tips to Manage Emotional Dysregulation

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes If big feelings are running the show at home or school, this guide explains why—and what to do next. Does your child’s behavior feel out of control lately? You’re not alone.  When we talk about emotions in ADHD, we’re really talking about a nervous system that flips into high gear fast. It has trouble finding

Read More »
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